Pesticides and Water Supply Protection

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This page, Pesticides and Water Supply Protection, is offered by
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
Pesticide Program

To protect water supply wells from pesticide contamination, the use of certain pesticides is restricted in primary recharge areas. The information on this page allows applicators to determine if restrictions apply and notify the Department about pesticide applications or apply for a Pesticide Management Plan.